Assistant Practitioner in Mammography

Bolton NHS Foundation Trust; Clitheroe; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits you as an Assistant Practitioner in Mammography at a progressive healthcare provider. This role is ideal for self-motivated individuals who are eager to contribute to high-quality breast imaging services. You will work under the supervision of qualified professionals, ensuring patient care and service excellence. Join a supportive team committed to professional development and quality improvement, all while enjoying the convenience of a location close to Manchester and beautiful countryside. If you are passionate about making a difference in patient care, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Self-motivated and enthusiastic with a genuine desire to contribute to service development.
• Ability to integrate well with the existing team and understand patient needs.

Responsibilities

• Undertake quality control tests in line with the department’s quality assurance programme.
• Assist consultants and Mammographers during assessment and symptomatic clinics.

Skills

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Organisational Skills

Attention to Detail

Empathy

Education

Relevant Healthcare Qualification

Job description

Exciting opportunity for a Qualified/Trainee Assistant Practitioner in Mammography

We would like to hear from self-motivated, enthusiastic Assistant Practitioners in Mammography who possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills to work within our busy Breast Imaging Service. We also consider applications from Trainee Assistant Practitioners for this role.

The successful applicant will be reliable, friendly, and hardworking, with excellent organisational and communication skills. The ability to integrate well with the existing team and a genuine desire to contribute to service development and quality improvement is essential. Excellent concentration skills, attention to detail, and the ability to empathise with and understand client/patient needs are also required.

Bolton Breast Imaging is committed to providing high-quality care for all clients/patients attending for Breast Imaging. Imaging is undertaken for Bolton Breast Screening and Symptomatic Services, delivered at the base site at Bolton Royal Hospital, and at our three satellite sites in Bolton centre, Radcliffe, and Rochdale.

The service fully supports skill mix, with Consultant, Advanced, Enhanced, and Assistant/Associate Practitioners. We are a progressive service that actively promotes continued professional development.

Role of an Assistant Practitioner in Mammography

The role involves providing and maintaining a high standard of mammography for all patients and clients attending for breast imaging, working under the direct and indirect supervision of a qualified senior radiographer. Responsibilities include:

1. Undertaking daily, weekly, and monthly quality control tests in line with the department’s quality assurance programme.
2. Reporting equipment malfunctions or image deterioration promptly.
3. Engaging in regular self-assessment and peer review of performance, associated with service audits.
4. Participating in continual professional development (CPD).
5. Providing chaperone duties during ultrasound examinations.
6. Assisting consultants and Mammographers during assessment and symptomatic clinics to promote an efficient and caring service.

Bolton NHS Foundation Trust is an integrated provider of acute, intermediate, and community healthcare serving the Bolton population. Our patients are at the heart of everything we do, and we are committed to providing the highest quality of care guided by our trust values. Our trust is a centre of excellence for maternity, neonatal, and children's care, rated as 'Good' by the Care Quality Commission (CQC).

Join our friendly, enthusiastic, and supportive team at Bolton Breast Unit.

Located conveniently close to Manchester with good transport links to the M61 and M60, and near beautiful countryside.

Contact Details

For further details or informal visits, contact:

• Name: Claire Sherratt
• Job Title: Deputy Lead Mammographer
• Email: [e-mail]
• Telephone: [phone]

Alternatively, contact:

• Liz Read
• Lead Mammographer
• Email: [e-mail]
• Telephone: [phone]